Book description
"Catherine Newman sees the heartbreak and comedy of life with wisdom and unflinching compassion. The way she finds the extraordinary in the everyday is nothing short of poetry. She's a writer's writer--and a human's human."--New York Times bestselling author Katherine Center"A riotously funny and fiercely loyal love letter to female friendship. The story of Edi and Ash proves that a best friend is a gift from the gods. Newman turns her prodigious talents toward finding joy even in the friendship's final days. I laughed while crying, and was left revived. Newman is a comic masterhand and a dazzling philosopher of the day-to-day."--Amity Gaige, author of Sea Wife"The funniest, most joyful book about dying--and living--that I have ever read."--KJ Dell'Antonia, author of the New York Times bestselling The Chicken SistersFor lovers of Meg Wolitzer, Maria Semple, and Jenny Offill comes this raucous, poignant celebration of life, love, and friendship at its imperfect and radiant best. Edith and Ashley have been best friends for over forty-two years. They've shared the mundane and the momentous together: trick or treating and binge drinking; Gilligan's Island reruns and REM concerts; hickeys and heartbreak; surprise Scottish wakes; marriages, infertility, and children. As Ash says, "Edi's memory is like the back-up hard drive for mine." But now the unthinkable has happened. Edi is dying of ovarian cancer and spending her last days at a hospice near Ash, who stumbles into heartbreak surrounded by her daughters, ex(ish) husband, dear friends, a poorly chosen lover (or two), and a rotating cast of beautifully, fleetingly human hospice characters.As The Fiddler on the Roof soundtrack blasts all day long from the room next door, Edi and Ash reminisce, hold on, and try to let go. Meanwhile, Ash struggles with being an imperfect friend, wife, and parent--with life, in other words, distilled to its heartbreaking, joyful, and comedic essence.For anyone who's ever lost a friend or had one. Get ready to laugh through your tears.
Cowboy Booter
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver – no more losing my place in the story! The sound quality is outstanding – it's like having a movie theater in my ears! This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Old Man Winter
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Twix Esses
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Prone
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Sass Burst
The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch.
Snapple Whistler
The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. Seamless integration of audiobooks – this app's ease of use is impressive. ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing.
Alley Frog
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RZR
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Pinup Diva
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Spellbinder
I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling. Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. 🎉🎧 The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
Gbbledgoodk
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Energy
No more hassle with converting files – ListenBook supports a wide range of formats for a seamless listening experience. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a triumph. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable.
Pinball Wizard
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Coffee
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Pearl Girl
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9Lives
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Bug Blitz
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Pink Nightmare
I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal library with me. Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature!
High Kingdom Warrior
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations – they're spot on. This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
Mallow Man
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. 🏃♀️🌟 Experiencing stories while staying active – this app's functionality enhances my walks and runs like never before. 🎧🏞️ Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience